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research The effect of weight loss and treatment with metformin on serum vaspin levels in women with polycystic ovary syndrome

38 citations , January 2011 in “Endocrine Journal”

This study found that serum vaspin levels were elevated in women with polycystic ovary syndrome compared to controls, but treatment with metformin or weight loss did not significantly change these levels.

research The effects of high intensity-interval training on vaspin, adiponectin and leptin levels in women with polycystic ovary syndrome

21 citations , September 2019 in “Archives of Physiology and Biochemistry”

In this study, HIIT increased adiponectin levels and improved cholesterol profiles in women with PCOS, but did not change leptin or vaspin levels.

research Can serum vaspin levels predict clomiphene resistance in infertile women with PCOS?

7 citations , August 2017 in “European Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Biology”

This study found that lower serum vaspin levels (below 3.74ng/mL) may predict successful ovulation induction with clomiphene citrate in anovulatory women with PCOS, indicating potential resistance when levels are higher.

research Investigation of Vaspin and Visfatin -4689G/T Gene Polymorphisms in Alopecia Areata Patients

August 2024 in “OSMANGAZİ JOURNAL OF MEDICINE”

This study reported no significant association between vaspin and visfatin -4689G/T gene polymorphisms and alopecia areata in the Turkish population, although the visfatin GT genotype may pose a risk factor for the condition.

research Assessment of Serum Level of Vaspin in Patients with Acne Vulgaris and its Relation with Insulin Resistance

October 2020 in “Benha Journal of Applied Sciences”

This study observed that patients with acne vulgaris had significantly lower serum vaspin levels and higher insulin resistance, suggesting a potential role of vaspin in the disease's pathogenesis.

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community Quit vaping/smoking = 80% less loss

in Research/Science 235 upvotes 2 years ago

Quitting vaping significantly reduced hair loss for a user who was a heavy vaper and also taking finasteride. Some participants suggest nicotine's vasoconstrictive properties may worsen hair loss, while others share personal anecdotes of hair improvement after quitting smoking or vaping.

community Not smoking/vaping made a world of difference

15 upvotes 5 years ago

Quitting smoking and vaping, along with taking spirulina, improved hair thickness for some users. Others noted that smoking, vaping, and drinking may contribute to hair thinning.

community People who continue to lose hair on fin/dut, Are you on Nicotine?

in Research/Science 81 upvotes 1 year ago

Nicotine use, especially from vaping, may worsen hair shedding and reduce the effectiveness of finasteride and dutasteride. Quitting nicotine seems to improve hair health.

community 5 months into 0.5mg Dutasteride 3x a week + 5mg Oral Minoxidil

in Progress Pictures 58 upvotes 7 months ago

A user is treating hair loss with 0.5mg Dutasteride three times a week, 5mg oral Minoxidil daily, and topical finasteride and minoxidil, seeing some improvement but insufficient density. They are considering increasing Dutasteride dosage and addressing high estradiol levels, while also trying to quit vaping.

community Before and after female hair loss

72 upvotes 1 month ago

OP has been using spironolactone and minoxidil for 3 years with slow hair growth results, possibly affected by vaping. Users suggest adding microneedling, hair serum, dietary changes, and checking spironolactone dosage for better results.

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